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Braun Series 6 60-B1200s vs Philips Series 5000 S5884/35 Shaver

Series 6 shaver versus Series 5000

Braun 60-B1200s

Braun 60-B1200s

Philips S5884/35

Philips S5884/35

Braun Series 6 and Philips Series 5000 Specifications and Features

Following are specification, price, and feature differences between the Braun 60-B1200s and Philips S5884/35 electric shavers.

Braun Series 6

  • Shaver Type: Foil
  • Runtime: 50 mins
  • Charge time: 1 Hour
  • RRP: £199.99
  • Model Number: 60-B1200s

60-B1200s Notable Features

  • Pivoting SensoFlex shave head maintains skin contact for close, smooth, even shave
  • Braun AutoSense technology analyzes your beard hairs up to 13 times every second to calculate the perfect power
  • Completely waterproof for shower or wet shave
  • Multifunctional use with Braun EasyClick head

Braun Series 6 Shaver Model Variants

60-B7500cc, 61-N4500cs, 60-B4500cs, 60-R1000s, 60-B7200cc, 60-B7000cc – “cc” means SmartCare Center included

Philips Series 5000

  • Shaver Type: Rotary
  • Runtime: 50 mins
  • Charge time: Full charge in 1 hour and 5-min fast charge
  • RRP: £149.99
  • Model Number: S5884/35

S5884/35 Notable Features

  • ComfortTech blades
  • 360° Contour heads
  • Advanced display
  • SmartClick precision trimmer

Philips Series 5000 Shaver Model Variants

S5898/35, S5887/50, S5884/69, S5585/35, S5466/17, S5466/18, S5887/10, X5006/00, “R1” models are “Refurbushed” – S5588/38R1

You will typically find differences in colours, accessories, and specs between Braun Series 6 and Braun Series 6 model variation numbers.

When comparing Series 6 and Series 5000 men’s electric shavers, there are a number of features to compare. Carefully weighing these factors between the 60-B1200s and S5884/35 will help you choose.

  • Shaver Type: Which feels most comfortable for you, rotary or foil?
  • Wet/Dry Use: Are you looking for a Braun or Philips electric shaver to use with gels or foam, or only dry shaving?
  • Battery Life and Charging Times: How long does the 60-B1200s and S5884/35 run before needed a re-charge, and what are the charging times?
  • Shaver Blade Count: How many cutting elements does the 60-B1200s shaver have compared to the S5884/35?
  • Motor Speed (CPM): Does the shaver have a powerful motor?
  • Flexibility and Pivoting Heads: Is the 60-B1200s or S5884/35 shaver head fixed or pivot with spring elements?
  • Built-in Trimmer: Does your Series 6 or Series 5000 shaver have a trimmer for beard, moustache, sideburns?
  • Cleaning and Maintenance: Are the Series 6 and Series 5000 washable or come with a cleaning brush or station?
  • Skin Sensitivity Features: Is the 60-B1200s and S5884/35 shaver suitable for sensitive skin or known cause shaving irritation?
  • Ergonomics and Grip: Are the Series 6 and Series 5000 electric razors comfortable to hold and operate?
  • Durability and Build Quality: Is the shaver robust and built to a high standard?
  • Price and Warranty: Does the Series 6 60-B1200s and Series 5000 S5884/35 shaver offer good value for money?
  • Accessories: What attachments and come with the 60-B1200s when side by side with the S5884/35 that are important to your grooming routine?
  • User Reviews: Does the 60-B1200s and S5884/35 shave have a large pool of user feedback reviews with high rating?

Both the Foil 60-B1200s and Rotary S5884/35 offer great shaving performance, trim down hair and stubble for a close shave.

ModelBrandTypeRuntimeRatingPrice (RRP)Best Price & Deals
60-B1200s Series 6BraunFoil50 mins4.3 from 860 user reviews£199.99VIEW DEAL
S5884/35 Series 5000PhilipsRotary1 hour4.3 from 730 user reviews£149.99VIEW DEAL
60-B1200s Vs. S5884/35 Comparisons Table
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